Abstract:
Education is a process, which begins at the cradle and ends at coffin. It helps the individual to develop his /her talents, powers, interests and ambitions in an integrated and harmonious way. Education aims at developing the innate potentialities and unique individuality of each child according to his/her abilities. To realize this, attempt is made at every level to provide planned & systematic learning experience called curriculum. The National Policy On Education (1986) in para. 1.10 clearly states "In the Indian way of thinking, a human being is a positive asset and a precious national resource which needs to be cherished nurtured and developed with tenderness and care, coupled. Each individuals growth presents, a different range of problems and requirements, at every stage of education. This complex and dynamic growth process -needs to be planned meticulously and executed with great sensitivity."